"Tripped by the foot of a public service worker," Park Wi files lawsuit over wheelchair fall on KTX → Backlash follows [Star Issue]

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Park Wi, a YouTuber with quadriplegia, revealed a harrowing experience in which he fell while disembarking from a KTX after being tripped by the foot of a public service worker.

On the 21st, Park Wi announced on his YouTube channel 'We Miracle' that during the process of getting off the KTX, the wheel of his wheelchair got caught on the foot of a public service worker, resulting in a fall accident.

He stated that the incident occurred around 12:06 p.m. on the 14th, saying, "To board the KTX, one must use a wheelchair lift." He continued, "There is a ramp when disembarking from the KTX, and I was sliding down it. Suddenly, I saw a foot right in front of my eyes. By then, it was too late. The moment I saw the foot, the wheel of my wheelchair got caught on it, and my body was thrown forward, landing on the floor."

Park Wi added, "Honestly, I was so angry. My mind was in chaos, and countless thoughts raced through my head while I was already lying on the ground."

In addition, CC (closed-circuit) TV footage released by him showed the scene of Park Wi's fall accident.

Park Wi explained that he fell after tripping over a foot placed on the ramp to secure it, stating, "The public service worker did not intentionally cause this, but I was extremely angry that they simply placed their foot on the ramp." He emphasized the need for safety training.

Reactions from viewers of the video varied. While many netizens expressed concern for Park Wi's situation, some commented, "Don't get angry; the public service worker didn't do it on purpose," "I understand you were startled, but it's petty to react this way even after the public service worker politely apologized," and "Instead of focusing too much on being tripped by the public service worker's foot, we should have suggested reinforcing safety measures."

As debates erupted, Park Wi converted the video to private.

Meanwhile, Park Wi was diagnosed with quadriplegia following a fall accident in 2014. Through rehabilitation, he regained movement in his upper body. He married Song Ji-eun, a former singer from SECRET, in October 2024.

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